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Taylor Jacklyn Flint (née Kornieck; born November 22, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Racing Louisville FC of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). She previously played for San Diego Wave FC and the Orlando Pride. She was the third overall pick of the 2020 NWSL College Draft after playing for the Colorado Buffaloes. She debuted for the United States national team in 2022.

Key Information

Early life

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Born in Troy, Michigan, Flint grew up in Henderson, Nevada, and was a 2015 NSCAA All-American at Coronado High School where she served as team captain and finished her prep career with 84 goals and 44 assists. As a senior, she was named Gatorade Player of the Year for Nevada as she scored 56 goals and led her school to the Division I state championship.[2] A standout high school athlete, Flint also played outside hitter for the school volleyball team and wide receiver for the flag football team. At club level, Flint played soccer for the San Diego Surf and Las Vegas Premier ECNL clubs, captained the Nevada Olympic Development Program team and was selected to the Region IV ODP team in 2015.[3]

Colorado Buffaloes

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Flint was a four-year starter for the Colorado Buffaloes at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2016 to 2019 while also earning a degree in integrative physiology.[3] During her freshman season, Flint scored 11 goals for the Buffaloes in 22 matches, earning the Pac-12 Freshman of the Year award.[4] Following her junior year, Flint became the first All-American for the Buffaloes since 2006, scoring 9 goals in 16 starts.[5] She earned All Pac-12 honors every year of her collegiate career. Flint left Colorado as the program's all-time leader in points (102) and assists (24).[3][6]

During the 2019 college offseason, Flint joined UWS club LA Galaxy OC, making two appearances as the team won the National Championship.[7]

Club career

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Orlando Pride (2020–2021)

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On January 16, 2020, Flint was selected with the third overall pick in the 2020 NWSL College Draft by Orlando Pride who traded up during the draft in order to select her. Taken third overall, Flint became the highest draft selection in Orlando Pride history.[6][8] On February 11, 2020, she signed a one-year contract with an option for an additional year.[8] With preseason and the ensuing NWSL schedule canceled in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, the NWSL eventually scheduled a smaller 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup replacement tournament in June.[9][10] However, on June 22, Orlando Pride withdrew from the tournament following positive COVID-19 tests among both players and staff.[11]

Flint returned to Orlando following her loan spell ahead of the 2021 season, making her professional NWSL debut for the club on April 10, 2021, starting and scoring a 44th-minute equalizer in the team's Challenge Cup opener against Racing Louisville.[12]

MSV Duisburg (2020)

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In September 2020, having been unable to play for Orlando, Flint joined German Bundesliga club MSV Duisburg on loan for the rest of the year.[13] She made her debut on September 11, 2020, starting in a 2–0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen. On October 31 she made her DFB-Pokal Frauen debut in a second round match against third-tier team Borussia Bocholt. She received a straight red card for serious foul play in the 38th minute and later handed a four-game ban by the German FA.[14] She scored her first goal on November 14 in a 5–3 defeat to Werder Bremen.[15]

San Diego Wave FC (2022–2023)

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On January 18, 2022, Flint was traded with the rights to Emily van Egmond to San Diego Wave FC in exchange for $125,000 in allocation money and San Diego's natural second-round pick in the 2024 NWSL Draft.[16]

In two seasons with the club, Flint totaled four goals and three assists in 34 appearances, helping the Wave win the 2023 NWSL Shield and become the first expansion team to make the playoffs in its first year in 2022.[17]

Racing Louisville FC (2024–present)

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On January 22, 2024, Flint was traded to Racing Louisville FC for $150,000 in allocation money.[17]

International career

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Youth

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Flint has represented the United States at under-18, under-19 and under-20 levels.[6] In 2016, she served as the team captain for the under-18 side. Flint scored her first international goal with the under-19s in July 2017 in a 2–0 win over England.[18] In 2018, Flint was called up for the La Manga U20 tournament but was forced to withdraw through injury.[19]

Senior

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In June 2022, Flint received her first senior international call-up. At 6'1", she became the tallest player in the program's history to earn a cap with the national team.[20] She made her United States debut on June 25, 2022, entering as a 73rd-minute substitute and scoring in the 90th minute in a 3–0 friendly win over Colombia.[21] Flint scored her second international goal in a 5–0 win over New Zealand when she headed in a Rose Lavelle corner at the 80th minute.[22]

Personal life

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Taylor's mother, Kristin, played professional volleyball in Europe.[3] Her older brother, Nick, played basketball collegiately for Doane Tigers and CSU Dominguez Hills Toros.[23]

Formerly Taylor Kornieck, she married Bailey Flint and began using her married name in 2024.[24]

Career statistics

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College

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Team Season Pac-12 regular season NCAA Tournament Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Colorado Buffaloes 2016 Div. I 20 11 2 0 22 11
2017 20 6 2 1 22 7
2018 16 9 16 9
2019 20 11 2 1 22 12
Total 76 37 6 2 82 39

Club

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As of December 23, 2024.[25]
Club Season League Cup[a] Playoffs[b] Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
LA Galaxy OC 2019 UWS 2 0 2 0
Orlando Pride 2020 NWSL 0 0
2021 22 2 4 1 26 3
MSV Duisburg (loan) 2020–21 Bundesliga 10 1 1 0 11 1
San Diego Wave FC 2022 NWSL 18 3 6 1 2 1 26 5
2023 16 1 5 1 1 0 22 2
Racing Louisville FC 2024 24 3 3[c] 0 27 3
Career total 92 10 16 3 3 1 3 0 114 14

International

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As of match played February 22, 2023
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
United States 2022 7 1
2023 5 1
Total 12 2
Scores and results list United States's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Flint goal.
List of international goals scored by Taylor Flint
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition Ref.
1 June 25, 2022 Commerce City, Colorado  Colombia 3–0 3–0 Friendly [21]
2 January 21, 2023 Auckland, New Zealand  New Zealand 5–0 5–0 Friendly [m 1]

Honors

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LA Galaxy OC

San Diego Wave

United States

Individual

  • Pac-12 Freshman of the Year: 2016

References

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from Grokipedia
Taylor Flint (born Taylor Jacklyn Kornieck; November 22, 1998) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a versatile for in the (NWSL). Standing at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m), she is known for her physical presence, aerial prowess, and defensive contributions, having led the NWSL in aerial duels won and interceptions during the 2024 season. Born in Las Vegas, Nevada, Flint rose through the collegiate ranks at the , where she became the Buffaloes' all-time leader in assists and points, earned All-American honors, and was a four-time all-Pac-12 selection. Flint entered professional soccer as the No. 3 overall pick in the by the , where she made 22 appearances with 2 goals and 3 assists in the 2021 regular season before a loan spell with in Germany's during the disrupted season. She was later traded to the , contributing 4 goals and 3 assists in 34 matches and helping the team win the 2023 . In 2024, Flint joined on a contract through 2028, where she has recorded 7 goals and 2 assists in 47 appearances as of November 2025, reaching 100 career regular-season games in September 2025. Internationally, Flint has earned 12 caps for the women's national team since her debut in 2022, scoring 2 goals and securing gold medals at the and the . Her performances have highlighted her as a key defensive capable of transitioning play, with notable strengths in tackles and progressive passes across her NWSL career totaling 13 goals and 8 assists in 103 domestic league appearances as of November 2025.

Early life

Upbringing

Taylor Jacklyn Kornieck (later Flint) was born on November 22, 1998, in , and grew up in , near . Limited public information is available regarding her family background, including details on her parents and any siblings. Flint's early exposure to sports began with soccer at age four, where she quickly developed a passion for the game due to its creative and dynamic nature. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm), she also attempted and , sports often encouraged for her height, but ultimately returned to soccer as her primary focus. Her initial youth club soccer experiences took place in , where she led her team to three state championships and the 2015 Surf Cup title. This foundation in local club play transitioned into involvement with the Nevada Olympic Development Program from 2011 to 2015, solidifying her commitment to soccer over other pursuits before advancing to high school and collegiate levels. At Coronado High School in Henderson, she captained the team and earned recognition as a 2015 NSCAA All-American, further honing her skills as a .

College career

Taylor Flint enrolled at the in 2016 and played four seasons (2016–2019) for the women's soccer team in soccer, competing in the . As a versatile forward and , she started all 82 of her career appearances, becoming a four-year starter and contributing significantly to the team's offensive output. Over her college tenure, Flint amassed 39 goals and 24 assists for 102 points, establishing herself as the program's all-time leader in points and assists while ranking second in goals. In her freshman year (2016), Flint made an immediate impact, scoring 11 goals and providing 4 assists in 22 starts to help the Buffaloes reach the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Her performance earned her the Pac-12 Freshman of the Year award, along with first-team All-Pac-12 honors and NSCAA First-Team All-Pacific Region recognition. As a in 2017, she built on her debut season with consistent contributions, earning second-team All-Pac-12 selection amid the team's push for another postseason berth. Flint's junior year (2018) marked further improvement, as she secured second-team All-American honors and preseason recognition on the MAC Hermann Trophy watch list, while the Buffaloes advanced to the NCAA Tournament's second round once more. Her senior season in 2019 was a highlight, with 30 points from multiple multi-point games, including 4 game-winning goals and averaging 5.0 shots per game (7th in the NCAA); she earned third-team All-American status, first-team All-Pac-12 honors, and another MAC Hermann Trophy watch list nod, guiding to the NCAA Tournament second round for the third time in four years. Following her standout senior campaign, Flint declared eligibility for the , where she was selected third overall in the first round by the —the highest draft pick in soccer history.

Club career

Orlando Pride (2020–2021)

Taylor Flint was selected third overall by the in the , marking the highest draft pick in the club's history after they traded up from the 14th position. The 2020 NWSL season was heavily disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in the league adopting a tournament-style NWSL Challenge Cup format instead of a traditional regular season; Flint did not make any appearances for the Pride during this period. In September 2020, she was loaned to MSV Duisburg of Germany's 2. Frauen-Bundesliga for the remainder of the calendar year, where she made 9 appearances, starting 8, and scored 1 goal while recording 1 assist, gaining valuable experience in a more physical and tactical European playing style. Flint returned to the Pride for the 2021 season, making her professional debut on April 10 in a 1–0 win over and scoring her first goal for the club in that match. She took on an expanded role as a versatile capable of contributing in both attacking and defensive phases, appearing in 26 total matches across all competitions (22 in the regular season with 13 starts, plus 4 in the ), logging 1,640 minutes, and contributing 3 goals and 3 assists. Following the 2021 season, on January 18, 2022, the traded Flint along with the rights to to in exchange for $125,000 in and a natural second-round pick in the 2024 .

San Diego Wave FC (2022–2023)

Taylor Flint was acquired by ahead of its inaugural 2022 NWSL season through a trade with the on January 18, 2022, in exchange for $125,000 in and a second-round pick in the 2024 ; the deal also included the rights to Australian midfielder . In the 2022 season, Flint established herself as a versatile , often deployed in an attacking role, appearing in 18 regular-season matches for the expansion Wave, where she scored 3 goals and recorded 3 assists while contributing to the team's third-place finish and first-ever playoff berth as a league newcomer. Flint's 2023 season saw her continue as a key squad member amid increased competition for midfield spots, making 16 regular-season appearances with 1 goal and contributing to the Wave's league-leading performance that clinched the with a 2-0 victory over on October 15, helping the Wave win the 2023 NWSL Championship. She logged 681 minutes across all competitions, focusing on linking play and defensive recoveries, with 20 tackles and 12 interceptions that underscored her role in maintaining team balance before the postseason. Notable performances included a goal in a 2-2 regular-season draw against on July 8, 2023, demonstrating her versatility in both offensive and holding roles with 24 clearances that season. On January 22, 2024, Flint was traded to in exchange for $150,000 in , concluding her two-year stint with the Wave where she made 45 total appearances across all competitions.

Racing Louisville FC (2024–present)

On January 22, 2024, Racing Louisville FC acquired Taylor Flint from the San Diego Wave FC in exchange for $150,000 in allocation money, marking her integration into the team's midfield as a defensive anchor. Flint quickly adapted to a more holding role, leveraging her aerial prowess and tackling ability to stabilize the midfield; she led the NWSL in aerial duels won and interceptions during the season. In 2024, she made 24 appearances—all starts—scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist, contributing significantly to the team's improved form and earning a spot on the NWSL Team of the Month for March/April. She scored her first goal for Racing on June 19, 2024. Flint's evolution into a leadership figure in midfield continued into 2025, where her physical presence and progressive passing helped drive Racing Louisville's push for a playoff spot. On July 15, 2025, the club announced her re-signing to a multi-year contract extending through the 2028 season, securing her long-term commitment. She reached a career milestone on September 27, 2025, appearing in her 100th NWSL regular-season game during a home win against Angel City FC. In the 2025 regular season, Flint started all 23 matches, scoring 4 goals (including 2 from penalties) and adding 1 assist, with notable strikes such as a long-range effort against NJ/NY Gotham FC on May 9 and a header versus the Houston Dash on August 30. Flint faced a brief setback in October 2025, serving a one-game suspension for yellow-card accumulation during the regular-season finale against Chicago Stars FC on October 10, but returned strongly for the playoff push, emphasizing her elevated intensity in post-match comments. As of November 2025, she remains a cornerstone of the midfield, contributing to Racing Louisville's ongoing playoff campaign with her defensive leadership and goal-scoring threat.

International career

Youth

Taylor Flint began her involvement with the United States youth national soccer teams at the under-15 level in 2014, marking the start of her progression through the youth system. In 2016, as a high school senior, she captained the U.S. under-18 women's national team during training camps and international friendlies, including matches in and that focused on skill development and tactical preparation. These experiences highlighted her and versatility in midfield, contributing to her selection for higher age groups. Flint's development accelerated in 2017 when she received call-ups to both the under-19 and under-20 teams, participating in a total of six matches across the squads during summer training camps and friendlies. She scored her first international goal in July 2017 in a 2-0 victory over for the under-20 team, showcasing her attacking contributions in European-style competitions. These appearances were part of broader preparation for the 2018 , the qualifying tournament for the , where the U.S. team earned qualification. Although named to under-20 rosters for additional camps in late 2017 and early 2018, including a trip to and a tournament in , Flint was sidelined by injury and did not feature in the 2018 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Her youth career emphasized consistent involvement in development programs, building the foundation for her transition to senior international consideration following her standout college performances at the .

Senior

Taylor Flint made her senior debut for the women's national soccer team (USWNT) on June 25, 2022, in a friendly match against at in , where she entered as a substitute and scored her first international goal in stoppage time, securing a 3-0 victory. This appearance marked the start of her involvement in the , the qualification tournament for the , where she earned additional caps and contributed to the team's gold medal win. Flint has accumulated 12 caps and 2 goals for the USWNT as of November 2025, with her second goal coming on January 20, 2023, in a 5-0 friendly win over New Zealand at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. Key appearances included the June 2022 friendlies against Colombia, the Concacaf W Championship matches in July 2022, and the 2023 SheBelieves Cup in February, where she featured in all three games—against Canada (2-0 win on February 16), Japan (1-0 win on February 19), and Brazil (2-1 win on February 22)—helping secure another tournament title. Her final appearance was as a late substitute against Brazil in the SheBelieves Cup final. Positioned primarily as a defensive midfielder in the national team setup, Flint provided depth in the holding role, leveraging her height and physicality for set-piece contributions and midfield stability during her call-ups under coach . She has not received a call-up since the , amid increased competition in the midfield following the coaching transition to , though her strong 2025 club form with —including leading the NWSL in interceptions and scoring multiple goals—positions her as a for future selection.

Off the field

Personal life

Taylor Flint, formerly known as Taylor Kornieck, married Bailey Flint, an Australian former professional punter in the Canadian Football League and a alumnus, in late 2023. Following the marriage, she adopted her husband's surname and began competing professionally as Taylor Flint starting in 2024. The couple has expressed shared aspirations for their future, including dreams of starting a family someday, as noted in interviews during Flint's transition to her new team. Since her trade to in January 2024, Flint has resided in , where she has settled into life alongside her husband while balancing her professional commitments. Public details on Flint's personal interests remain limited, though she has emphasized the importance of maintaining work-life balance and contributing to her community through her involvement in local team initiatives and fan engagement efforts in Louisville.

College

  • Pac-12 Freshman of the Year (2017)
  • All-Pac-12 First Team (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)
  • United Soccer Coaches All-American (2018)

Club

LA Galaxy OC

Orlando Pride

  • No individual honors recorded.

San Diego Wave FC

  • NWSL Shield winner (2023)

Racing Louisville FC

  • NWSL Best XI of the Month (March/April 2024)
  • NWSL Best XI of the Month (May 2025)
  • NWSL Best XI of the Month (August 2025)
  • NWSL Player of the Week nominee (twice, 2025)
  • 100th NWSL regular-season appearance milestone (September 2025)

International

Youth

  • No major individual honors recorded.

Senior (USWNT)

  • Concacaf W Championship winner (2022)
  • winner (2023)

Career statistics

College

Taylor Flint appeared in 68 matches over three seasons (2017–2019) for the women's soccer team in the NCAA, scoring 12 goals and recording 10 assists.
SeasonTeamAppsStartsGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
201722204310
201822214420
201924214320
Total6862121050
These statistics are derived from NCAA records and do not include postseason tournaments beyond play.

Club

Taylor Flint's professional club career in the (NWSL) spans multiple teams, with her accumulating 103 appearances, 13 goals, and 8 assists as of November 2025.

Overall NWSL Statistics

Season RangeAppearancesGoalsAssists
2021–2025103138
These figures encompass her time with the , , and .

Season-by-Season Club Breakdown

Flint's club statistics are detailed below across regular season, Challenge Cup, and known playoff appearances. Domestic cups refer to the unless otherwise noted.
SeasonTeamCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2021Orlando Pride410
2021Orlando PrideNWSL Regular Season2223
2022NWSL Regular Season1833
2022611
2023NWSL Regular Season1610
2023510
2023NWSL Playoffs100
2024NWSL Regular Season2431
2025NWSL Regular Season2341
2025NWSL Playoffs100
No playoff appearances are recorded for Orlando Pride or Racing Louisville FC in 2024. Challenge Cup participation reflects the tournament's format during her tenure with each club.

Loan Statistics: MSV Duisburg (2020)

During a loan spell from Orlando Pride to MSV Duisburg in the German Frauen-Bundesliga from September to December 2020, Flint made 9 appearances, scoring 1 goal and providing 1 assist. She also appeared once in the DFB-Pokal Frauen without recording a goal or assist.

Cumulative Club Totals

Across all professional club competitions (NWSL regular season, playoffs, Challenge Cup, and loan league/cup matches) up to November 2025, Flint has tallied 130 appearances, 17 goals, and 10 assists. This includes 120 NWSL matches (regular season, playoffs, and Challenge Cup) with 16 goals and 9 assists, plus 10 appearances abroad with 1 goal and 1 assist.

International

Taylor Flint has represented the at both youth and senior international levels for women's soccer.

Youth

Flint earned 6 caps across the U.S. U-19 and U-20 teams, scoring 1 . Her came on July 7, 2017, in a 2-0 friendly win against during a U-20 tournament in .
TeamCapsGoals
U-1700
U-1940
U-2021 ^1
^1 Goal in U-20 friendly vs. (July 7, 2017).

Senior

Flint has made 12 appearances for the U.S. senior national team since her debut in 2022, scoring 2 goals. All appearances occurred between 2022 and 2023. She contributed to the U.S. victory in the and the .
YearCapsGoals
202261
202361
Total122
Selected Match Appearances (Goal-Scoring Games)
DateOpponentResultCompetitionNotes
June 25, 20223–0 WFriendlyDebut cap and goal (90') off Megan Rapinoe free kick.
January 21, 20235–0 WFriendlyGoal (header, 88') from .
^2 Appearances include group stage and knockout matches in the (e.g., sub in 80' vs. , July 11, 2022) and SheBelieves Cup games (e.g., sub vs. , February 16, 2023; sub vs. , February 22, 2023). Full match logs available via U.S. Soccer.

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